Junior Estimator

Purcell Construction Ltd; Galway; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Irish building contractor is seeking an experienced Junior Estimator to assist Senior Estimators on various projects. This role involves reviewing tender documentation, preparing pricing packages, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Candidates should have a relevant degree in Quantity Surveying/Engineering, at least one year of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in Word and Excel is expected, and knowledge of Conquest is a plus. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment dedicated to high standards of quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience from a main contractor background is preferred.
• Ability to assess issues and risks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess tender documentation.
• Prepare pricing packages using estimating software.
• Manage tender documents continuously.
• Assist in project handover reports preparation.

Skills

Reading drawings and specifications

Problem solving

Clear communication

Planning and time management

Education

Diploma or degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or Construction

Tools

Word

Excel

Conquest

Job description

At Purcell, we are proud of our achievements and & we recognise that our future growth and success is shaped by the ambition and calibre of our Team. Wherever you look within our business, you will find people with drive, enthusiasm, and vision, coupled with friendliness and a “let’s do it right” spirit. We aim to attract the best and brightest people to bring new and fresh perspectives. You may be involved in a healthcare project delivering medical assessment units or a conservation project restoring the past for future generations. We achieve better outcomes when we have teams of people who think differently but work well together.

About the Role

You will be joining a leading Irish building main contractor committed to the highest standards of safety, quality and sustainability with an earned reputation for delivering outstanding quality projects which meet and exceed our client’s expectations. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and detail-oriented Junior Estimator to support the Senior Estimators on selected projects in compliance with Company policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review and assessment of tender documentation including interpreting drawings, specifications, reports and general scope of works requirements.
• Preparation of consultant, subcontractor and material packages for pricing using latest estimating software.
• Review and preparation of consultant, subcontractor and materials cost analysis for cost comparison purposes.
• Continuous management of tender documents.
• Pricing and review of preliminaries items for review by senior management.
• Assistance in the completion and return of tender documents.
• Assistance in the preparation of project handover reports including collation of the necessary and associated documentation.
• Preparation and maintenance of estimating data for reports and tender application.

Qualifications

• Hold relevant diploma or degree level qualification in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or Construction related discipline.

Required Skills

• Will ideally be from a main contractor background with relevant onsite operations experience and/or good technical knowledge.
• Will possess Minimum 1 year relevant experience.
• Have good ability to read drawings, specification and reports with capability to assess issues and risk.
• Be a clear and concise communicator with an aptitude for problem solving and thinking outside the box.
• Have the capability of working on his/her own initiatives and as part of a team.
• Be able to work accurately and efficiently while managing own time to meet critical deadlines.
• Be proficient in word and excel and a knowledge of Conquest a plus.
• Hold a valid driving licence.

Preferred Skills

• Further Details on the Company available at Purcell

Pay range and compensation package

Please forward your cover letter and CV to [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.